Moving house can feel overwhelming, especially when you doing all the packing, but with the right approach, packing doesn’t have to be a nightmare. A well-organised packing strategy ensures your things stay safe and unpacking is a breeze when you get to the other end. Here’s our helpful pert guide to packing each room efficiently - so you can move with a little less stress!

1. The Kitchen:
The kitchen is one of the trickiest rooms to pack due to fragile items and bulky appliances.
Plates & Glassware: Wrap each item individually in packing paper or bubble wrap if you don't have any paper. Stack plates vertically in boxes for added protection.
Small Appliances: Remove detachable parts and pack them separately. Use the original box if possible.
Perishables: Eat or donate food in the weeks leading up to your move. Avoid packing opened food containers ESPECIALLY if your kitchen is going into storage.
👉 Recommended Box Sizes of the kitchen: Medium to Large Boxes (Available in our Box Shop!)
2. Living Room:
Electronics: Pack TVs and monitors in their original boxes or use specialist TV boxes and blankets.
Books & Decor: Pack books in small boxes to prevent them from getting too heavy. Use bubble wrap for picture frames and ornaments.
Furniture: Disassemble if possible and wrap delicate surfaces with moving blankets. Make sure you put all of your sofa legs and removable parts in one easy to find box.
👉 Recommended Box Size: Small for books, Large for decor and soft furnishings.
3. Bedrooms
Clothes: Use wardrobe boxes to hang clothes directly from the rail.
Shoes & Accessories: Pack shoes in their original boxes or wrap them to prevent scuffs.
Bedding & Linens: Store in vacuum-sealed bags to save space.
👉 Recommended Box Size: Wardrobe Boxes, Medium for folded clothes, Large for linens.
4. Bathroom:
Toiletries: Make sure lids are on tightly to prevent leaks.
Medicines: Keep essentials in a separate bag for easy access (check out our essentials box post for help on this!).
Towels & Mats: Use them as cushioning for fragile items in other boxes.
👉 Recommended Box Size: Small to Medium for toiletries and essentials.
5. Garage & Storage:
Tools: Wrap sharp objects securely and use small boxes to keep weight manageable.
Seasonal Items: Label clearly to avoid unnecessary unpacking.
Hazardous Materials: Dispose of paint, propane and flammable substances safely.
👉 Recommended Box Size: Sturdy Small and Medium Boxes.
Final Packing Tips:
✅ Label every box with the room it belongs to and a quick description of contents. (write on the tape rather than the box with a permanent marker so your boxes can be re-used)
✅ Use strong packing tape to reinforce boxes.
✅ Pack an ‘Essentials Box’ with must-haves like chargers, snacks and toiletries for your first night.
Need packaging and packing supplies? Our Box Shop has everything you need for a stress-free move! Choose from our pre-packed bundles for Small, Medium, or Large Moves. Order today and collect in-store!
Rather not have to do all this yourself? Let Lyons Removals handle the heavy lifting - get in touch for a quote!
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